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3125 messages, Last post on Nov 27, 2009 at 6:32 PM
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Has anyone had any problems with their Billet Grille's finish "flaking" off? I purchased a Carriage Works polished aluminum grille from Anythingtrucks.com and have only had it for a few months. The finish is flaking off in a few places and I was wondering if anybody else who maybe purchased a Carriage Works Grille may have had this problem. Here's a picture of what I'm talking about:  See more Car Pictures at CarSpace.com">
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Replying to: rockin_ltz (Sep 27, 2006 5:28 pm)
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Replying to: peedy (Sep 28, 2006 12:32 pm) However, the way the question was asked, it sounds like he was just asking about using the existing CD player to play DVD's on.  If that's what was being asked...Then you won't be able to view movies.
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Replying to: rockin_ltz (Sep 28, 2006 4:32 pm) You must have a DVD/NAV unit from the factory to play DVD's. Coastaletech's device of course does not make a DVD play in a CD player! I have now installed the device and have mostly good news. The device allows a quick plug-in installation that will allow DVD's to play while the vehicle is in motion. It also allows provides menu functionality to the AUX port as well. I did not do the secondary installation that requires wire cutting to allow for NAV input while driving. After installation, a quick test drive confirmed that it worked as advertised.... except I can't control the volume!!. You override by hitting the mute button on the steering wheel 4 times. Once overridden, the override can be killed by hitting either volume up or down on the steering wheel, or by hitting the OnStar button. I assumed (and I hope I'm right) that the volume control on the dash would still allow volume adjustment. Mine does not. To adjust volume you must kill the override, guess where you want the volume and then go back to override. I've emailed and I'll be calling Coastaletech tomorrow. If this is "normal" behavior, I'll be returning the product. Stay tuned.....
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Replying to: rockin_ltz (Sep 27, 2006 5:48 pm) |
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Replying to: valvestud (Sep 28, 2006 5:30 pm) I recieved my replacement Nav bypass on tuesday night and installed, I also did the optional Address input install. I had already done the conecctions from my initial install with the defective box. Both work as they should. I can control the volume by turning the volume dial on the radio. Coastal was very helpful and responsive once I got a hold of them and told them of my problems. I just have not had time to send the defective unit back will do that tomorrow.
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Replying to: rockin_ltz (Sep 28, 2006 4:32 pm) |
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So I was playing around with the "build your own" websites for Ford and GMC. It looks like the Expedition EL is going to be about $2,000 less than a comparably equipped Yukon XL. (Suburban seems to be a few hundred less than GMC.) The major differences I notice are that the Ford has a little lower gas mileage, but in its favor are the fold flat third row and the 6-speed. The third row's not too big a deal for me. Only has to be roomy enough for children, and given that I have three and will use it every day, I won't be removing it or folding it very often. Although I would like them to keep their feet off the backs of the middle row, and I have seen photos of actual adults in the third row of the new Expedition and it's pretty impressive. Style is a toss up. The new GM interiors are nice, I actually like the fake wood trim. The Ford has some nice touches too. I especially like the Ford's A/C vents, and the center-mounted, as opposed to column-mounted, shifter. And there is one detail photo of the Ford's gauge cluster that looks exquisite. I sat in a new Tahoe a few months ago just for fun, and found the driver's seat to be narrow and my right leg bumped up against the center console. Haven't been inside a new Expedition yet. If that seat is just a bit wider, or the console is mounted lower, that could be a deal-maker for me. I'm not especially wide, mind you (36" waist), just long-legged. I've been inside the Sequoia and Tundra, and they don't have especially wide seats, but the center console is farily low to the floor, and the dash is not intrusive, so there is a feeling of spaciousness and your right knee doesn't hit anything. Once again though, not enough room behind the third row. Back to the topic at hand, I also really like the two-tone paint on the Eddie Bauer Fords. Only GM has the remote start, which I'd like with the auto climate control. But only ford has the ventilated seats. I wonder how effective those really are, but what a cool idea. And GM has OnStar, of course, which I fortunately have not had to use yet, but really really like the idea. I currently have a 2005 Yukon XL. At the time I bought it, there was no other option as far as I was concerned, Expedition just didn't have enough room behind the third row. (There was the Excursion, but that was much more expensive). Now there are serious options. Any other key points I've missed? What swayed the rest of you one way or another? I'm interested in the long wheelbase versions but your thoughts re: regular Expedition vs. Tahoe or Yukon are also good.
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Replying to: twernst10 (Sep 29, 2006 6:21 am) Did you send yours back because of the volume control issue? That's what mine is doing. Mine was shipped after 8/24, which is after the 8/18 "upgrade" cut-off date. I got hold of them on the phone and there's a "possibility" that an old one got out. However, the woman I talked to still couldn't confirm that I should be able to adjust volume with the dash knob when in override, even though this seems to be what was fixed on yours!! She's supposed to call back with a difinitive answer as to what is the expected behavior/operation of the product. How hard is this to design, test, sell, and document what a product does... or does not do. |
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Replying to: valvestud (Sep 29, 2006 12:08 pm) Finally talked to a guy at Coastaletech who is obviously one of the principles and was completely knowledgeable about the unit. Apparently it can react differently depending on the vehicle and the various sound system options. I have a Denali XL, with NAV, and rear seat entertainment. As such, and contrary to what I believe others are experiencing, I must disable the override to alter the volume level, using either the steering wheel or dash volume. Once adjusted, I can then go back to override mode. He indicates some vehicle models don't have to stop the override to change volume with the dash knob. The other issue I have concerns volume level. I must crank up the volume substantially to get the same volume when listening to other audio sources. If I forget to reduce before going back to other sources, I'm blasted with very high volume. He indicates this is due to the volume level of the particular DVD, but I haven't confirmed. He indicates they continue to work on improvements, but this is currently the best they can do. Their system works, by basically isolating the sound system from the electrical system of the vehicle. It is not just as simple as finding the right wire to override the lockout. The lockout is part of the CAN Bus used in these vehicles and is difficult to work around. Also, the single orange wire is a 12V ignition switched source the customer can use for various accessories like a radar detector. Switch 1 on the DIP switch must be turned on to enable this feature. I spent several hours trying to find a switched 12V on my Denali, so this is a nice feature. Lots of data, if anyone wants more info, let me know, and I'll try to help. Wasn't there another, albeit more expensive solution, that was mentioned in these forums? If so, please let me know. Thanks, Joe |
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